ABOUT KLAMATH FALLS

Klamath Falls, originally called Linkville, is the county seat for Klamath County. The name Klamath originated with the native tribe of Indians in the area.

Klamath County is situated in south central Oregon.   The county relies heavily upon the agricultural and lumber industries, as well as taking pride in its tourism opportunities.   The many lakes and mountains also help to attract tourists and recreational visitors to the county, as well as provide some great outdoor sporting activities.

Steeped in a rich logging history, the area offers an outstanding array of natural and cultural wonders.  Just sixty miles south of Crater Lake, and seventy miles north of Mt. Shasta, south central Oregon is unsurpassed for beauty and diversity of activities.   Klamath Falls offers a variety of outdoor recreation such as cross country skiing, golfing, fishing, hunting and canoeing.   It is known for its splendid bird watching and is the home of the highest concentrations of bald eagles in the Pacific Northwest.   It also offers a plethora of arts and culture with numerous antique shops and museums along with plays and musicals.   Visitors can ride the downtown Trolley or follow the Old Town Historic Walking Tour.

Major local employers include: Jeld Wen, Collins Products, Air National Guard, Oregon Institute of Technology and Sky Lakes Medical Center.

For more information on the Klamath Falls area, please visit the Oregon State Archives and Historical Information website                   http://arcweb.sos.state.or.us/county/cpklamathhome.html

Other Useful Sites

Klamath County website                                    http://www.co.klamath.or.us/

Klamath County School District                     http://www.kcsd.k12.or.us/

Klamath County Libraries                                 http://www.klamathlibrary.plinkit.org/

Oregon Blue Book Official state directory

   and fact guide                                                      http://bluebook.state.or.us/

Hello Klamatch Falls - City guide                   http://www.helloklamathfalls.com/

Klamath Falls City website                                http://www.ci.klamath-falls.or.us/

Basin Transit Service                                           http://www.basintransit.com/

Klamath Community College                           http://www.kcc.cc.or.us/

Oregon Institute of Technology                     http://www.kcc.cc.or.us/

Sky Lakes Medical Center                                  http://www.skylakes.org/default.htm

Utilities

Electricity - Pacific Power                   1-888-221-7070

Heating - Avista                                    1-800-659-4427

Heating Oil

    Ezell/SUTY                                         541-273-2700

    Ferrels Fuel                                         541-884-5167

Charter Cable                                          541-884-6880  or  1-866-731-5420

Direct TV                                                 541-851-8251   or  1-800-201-0605

Phone Service

    QWest                                                   1-800-244-1111

    AT&T                                                    1-800-222-0300

Water - City of Klamath Falls                541-883-5301

Trash - US Waste                                    541-884-7706